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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Congestyl Tablet is used to treat symptoms of the common cold and allergies like sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, fever, headache, body pains, congestion, or watery eyes. It works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It also shrinks the blood vessels in the nasal passage. Thus, it provides relief from congestion and decreases excess mucus production. Some people may experience drowsiness, nervousness, headache, dizziness, insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep), blurred vision, constipation and dry mouth. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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About Congestyl Tablet

Congestyl Tablet is used to treat symptoms of the common cold and allergies like sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, fever, headache, body pains, congestion, or watery eyes. The common cold is a respiratory illness affecting the nose and throat. It is mostly caused by viruses known as 'rhinovirus'. The virus enters the body through the nose, mouth or eyes and spreads easily through droplets in the air when the person who is sick sneezes, coughs or talks.

Congestyl Tablet is a combination of three drugs, namely: Paracetamol (mild analgesic and antipyretic), Phenylephrine (decongestant) and Chlorpheniramine (antihistamine/antiallergic). Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins that are responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine belongs to the class of decongestants that works by shrinking the blood vessels in the nasal passage. Thus, it provides relief from congestion and decreases excess mucus production. Chlorpheniramine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergies such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and nasal congestion.

Take Congestyl Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend you how often you take Congestyl Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience drowsiness, nervousness, headache, dizziness, insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep), blurred vision, constipation and dry mouth. Most of these side effects of Congestyl Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Congestyl Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Congestyl Tablet . Do not use Congestyl Tablet in breastfeeding mothers without a doctor’s advice as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause harm to the baby. Congestyl Tablet is not recommended for children below 4 years. Please do not take more than the prescribed dose of Congestyl Tablet as it may cause liver damage and can be lethal.  If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), chronic bronchitis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in stomach or intestines, enlarged prostate gland, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Congestyl Tablet .

Uses of Congestyl Tablet

Congestyl Tablet is used in the treatment of Common cold and allergies. The detailed uses of Congestyl Tablet are as follows:
•Cold Symptom Relief: Congestyl Tablet is commonly used to address symptoms of the common cold, such as nasal congestion, sneezing, and a runny nose, ensuring better comfort.
•Fever Reduction: Congestyl Tablet contains ingredients that help lower fever, making it particularly effective for infections or colds accompanied by elevated body temperatures.
•Managing Allergic Rhinitis: Congestyl Tablet effectively alleviates allergic rhinitis symptoms, including nasal itching, watery eyes, and sinus pressure.
•Relieving Sinus Headaches: Congestyl Tablet can help ease sinus headaches caused by sinusitis by reducing nasal inflammation and congestion.
•Cough Management: Congestyl Tablet provides relief from cough symptoms linked to colds or allergies by reducing mucus production and supporting respiratory health.

Directions for Use

Take the medicine with or without food as advised by a doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Congestyl Tablet is a combination of three drugs: Paracetamol, Phenylephrine and Chlorpheniramine. Paracetamol is a mild analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins that are responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine belongs to the class of decongestants that work by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. Thus, it provides relief from congestion and decreases mucus production. Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic drug) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness.

How Congestyl Tablet Works

Congestyl Tablet is a combination of three drugs, namely: Paracetamol (mild analgesic and antipyretic), Phenylephrine (decongestant) and Chlorpheniramine (antihistamine/antiallergic). Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins that are responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine belongs to the class of decongestants that works by shrinking the blood vessels in the nasal passage. Thus, it provides relief from congestion and decreases excess mucus production. Chlorpheniramine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergies such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and nasal congestion.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Congestyl Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Congestyl Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Congestyl Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Congestyl Tablet . Do not use Congestyl Tablet in breastfeeding mothers without doctor’s advice as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause harm to the baby. Congestyl Tablet is not recommended for children below 4 years. Please do not take more than the prescribed dose of Congestyl Tablet as it may cause liver damage and can be lethal.  If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), chronic bronchitis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in stomach or intestines, enlarged prostate gland, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Congestyl Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ChlorpheniraminePotassium citrate
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ChlorpheniraminePotassium chloride
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ChlorpheniraminePotassium citrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Congestyl Tablet:
Taking Congestyl Tablet and Potassium citrate (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Congestyl Tablet with Potassium citrate is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChlorpheniraminePotassium chloride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Congestyl Tablet:
Taking Congestyl Tablet and Potassium chloride (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Congestyl Tablet with Potassium chloride it not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PhenylephrinePropofol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Congestyl Tablet:
Taking Congestyl Tablet with Propofol may lead to increased levels of Congestyl Tablet leading to side effects like high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Congestyl Tablet with Propofol is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineSelegiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Congestyl Tablet:
Co-administration of Selegiline with Congestyl Tablet together can raise blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Selegiline with Congestyl Tablet is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, fits, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and/or fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineTranylcypromine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Congestyl Tablet:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Congestyl Tablet can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Congestyl Tablet is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineFurazolidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Congestyl Tablet:
Taking Furazolidone with Congestyl Tablet can cause an increase in high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Furazolidone with Congestyl Tablet is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden and severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sweating, lightheadedness, fainting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, consult the doctor immediately. It is advised to use Congestyl Tablet only after 14 days of stopping Furazolidone.
PhenylephrineSevoflurane
Critical
How does the drug interact with Congestyl Tablet:
Co-administration of Congestyl Tablet with Sevoflurane can increase the levels of Congestyl Tablet and lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Congestyl Tablet with Sevoflurane is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
ParacetamolValdecoxib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Congestyl Tablet:
Co-administration of Congestyl Tablet and Valdecoxib may increase the risk or severity of adverse effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Congestyl Tablet and Valdecoxib, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if the side effects worsen, please consult a doctor.
ParacetamolKetoconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Congestyl Tablet:
Co-administration of Congestyl Tablet and Ketoconazole may increase the risk of liver injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Congestyl Tablet and Ketoconazole, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you have joint pain or swelling, fever, chills, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, over-tiredness, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, dark-colored urine, light-colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact a doctor immediately as these may be signs and symptoms of liver damage. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
ParacetamolLeflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Congestyl Tablet:
Co-administration of Congestyl Tablet and Leflunomide may increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Congestyl Tablet and Leflunomide, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, less desire to eat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands with soap and water regularly to prevent the spread of germs.

  • Eat plenty of foods rich in good bacteria like yoghurt to improve overall health.

  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.

  • Gargle with salt water for relief from sore throat.

  • Avoid consumption of alcohol with Congestyl Tablet as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness or lack of concentration.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIALLERGIC

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Congestyl Tablet as it may increase the risk of liver damage and cause increased drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Congestyl Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Congestyl Tablet in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Congestyl Tablet may be excreted in breast milk, and cause harm to the baby. Besides this, Congestyl Tablet may also slow milk's production, so it is better to contact a doctor before a lactating mother takes it.

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Driving

Caution

Congestyl Tablet may cause blurred vision or impair thinking in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Congestyl Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Take Congestyl Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Congestyl Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Congestyl Tablet is not recommended for children below 4 years of age. However, please consult a doctor before giving Congestyl Tablet to children.

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FAQs

Congestyl Tablet is used to treat symptoms of the common cold and allergies like sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, fever, headache, body pains, congestion, or watery eyes.

Congestyl Tablet contains Paracetamol, Phenylephrine and Chlorpheniramine. Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins that are responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. Thereby, provides relief from congestion and decreases the mucus production. Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic drug) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness.

Yes, Congestyl Tablet contains paracetamol which acts as mild pain killer (analgesic) and fever reducer (antipyretic). It works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins responsible for pain and fever.

No, you are not recommended to consume alcohol with Congestyl Tablet as it may increase the risk of liver damage and cause increased drowsiness, dizziness and lack of concentration.

Congestyl Tablet is excreted in breast milk and may affect the health of baby. Therefore, if you are breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Congestyl Tablet so that the doctor may prescribe Congestyl Tablet if the benefits are greater than risks.

Yes, Congestyl Tablet may cause drowsiness. It is not necessary for everyone taking Congestyl Tablet to experience this side effect. Therefore, avoid driving or operate heavy machinery if you feel drowsy after taking Congestyl Tablet .

No, you are not recommended to take Congestyl Tablet with Cetirizine as co-administration of these two medicines may increase sedation and can cause drowsiness, dizziness and difficulty in concentrating. However, please consult a doctor before taking Congestyl Tablet with other medicines.

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Congestyl Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Congestyl Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Congestyl Tablet , please consult your doctor.

Do not use Congestyl Tablet if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, like isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine. Tell your doctor before taking Congestyl Tablet if you have nausea, stomach pain, itchy skin, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-coloured stools, or jaundice (yellowing of your skin or eyes). In rare cases, paracetamol present in Congestyl Tablet may cause a severe skin allergic reaction. So, if you observe any skin blisters or redness or rash, immediately contact your doctor and stop taking Congestyl Tablet .

The number of Congestyl Tablet doses to be taken daily varies from person to person, depending on factors such as health needs, age, and gender. Take the number of doses of Congestyl Tablet as a doctor instructed. It's always essential to follow the dosage instructions provided by a healthcare professional, as they consider several factors that are suitable to you before recommending.

Congestyl Tablet is a combination medication that contains Paracetamol, Phenylephrine and Chlorpheniramine used to treat symptoms of the common cold or flu. Whereas Paracetamol is a single-ingredient medication primarily used to reduce fever and relieve mild to moderate pain, such as headaches, muscle aches, or toothaches.

Congestyl Tablet combines Paracetamol, Phenylephrine and Chlorpheniramine, which are used to treat common colds and allergies, including sneezing, runny nose, congestion, fever, and headache.

Congestyl Tablet is generally considered safe when used as prescribed by a doctor. However, like all medications, it can have side effects and potential interactions with other drugs. It's important to follow your doctor's instructions and inform them of any pre-existing and existing medical conditions or medication history to avoid adverse complications.

You are recommended to stop taking Congestyl Tablet if your symptoms are relieved only after discussing with your doctor. Generally, it is always best to complete the full prescribed course duration for complete relief. Your doctor will ensure your relieved status, provide guidance based on their observation, and avoid the recurrence of the symptoms.

Congestyl Tablet may cause dizziness in some individuals, as it is a reported side effect. If you experience this, take some rest, as the effect typically resolves over time. However, if you experience severe or continuous dizziness, please inform your doctor promptly.

Congestyl Tablet may damage the liver, especially when taken in high doses or for extended periods and with pre-existing liver diseases. Paracetamol, one of the active ingredients in Congestyl Tablet , can also cause liver damage if not used as directed. To ensure safety, follow your doctor's instructions carefully and inform them if you have any pre-existing liver conditions.

Store Congestyl Tablet by keeping it cool, dry, and out of sunlight. Make sure to keep it out of the reach of children.

The common side effects of Congestyl Tablet that may occur in some individuals are drowsiness, nervousness, headache, dizziness, insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep), blurred vision, constipation, and dry mouth. Most of these side effects of Congestyl Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

MEYER ORGANICS PVT. LTD., A-303, Road No. 32, Wagle Estate, Thane – 400 604 (Mumbai), Maharashtra, INDIA.
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